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Horse rescued after found stuck in creek in Berthoud
A horse that was found stuck and partially submerged in a creek bottom, was rescued by members of the Loveland Fire Rescue Authority and Berthoud Fire Protection District on Saturday. According to the Loveland Fire Rescue Authority, members from Rescue 42 and Collapse Rescue 42 responded to assist the Berthoud Fire Protection District with a horse rescue southwest of the town. It is unknown how long the 24-year-old horse was stuck before being found. Rescue personnel rescued the horse from the creek and were able to move it away from the water. When the horse was safely away from the creek, a veterinarian provided treatment for the horse and checked it for injuries.
UNC Baseball top prospects: Stevenson stands out as No. 11 in D1 list
Three UNC baseball players have been named among the top 100 college prospects for the 2025 MLB Draft by D1 Baseball, with Luke Stevenson leading the trio at No. 11. Stevenson, a rising sophomore, impressed in his freshman year with a .284 batting average, 14 home runs, and 58 RBIs, showcasing his skills both offensively and defensively behind the plate. Left-handed pitcher Folger Boaz also made the list at No. 29, displaying potential as a top prospect before a season-ending injury. Additionally, right-hander Cameron Padgett was ranked at No. 94, set to potentially take on a larger role in the upcoming season under coach Scott Forbes.
Has Colorado ever been picked to host the Olympics?
Yes. — The International Olympic Committee awarded Denver the 1976 Winter Olympics in 1970, but the state turned down the opportunity two years later after voters made it illegal to use state tax revenue to fund the event. Voters passed a constitutional amendment forbidding the use of state funds...
Colorado awarded $328 million in IRA climate funding grants
The Colorado Energy Office and the Denver Regional Council of Governments will receive a total of $328 million in new grant funding to support the state’s efforts to speed up the clean energy transition. The funding, set to be announced Monday by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, comes from a pot of $5 billion to […] The post Colorado awarded $328 million in IRA climate funding grants appeared first on Colorado Newsline.
Encouraging applications for Library District's Board of Trustees. Apply now!
High Plains Library District in Greeley, Colorado is encouraging people to apply to be on their Board of Trustees despite reasons they may have heard that dissuade them from applying. The library district acknowledges potential concerns that there may be better candidates out there, but they stress the importance of individuals taking the initiative to apply for the role. They emphasize that it is the responsibility of the applicants to submit their applications, and the library district's responsibility to sort through the candidates to make a challenging decision. The library district aims to make the selection process robust and is seeking diverse and qualified applicants. Interested individuals can apply by visiting www.mylibrary.us/board.
"Greeley Recreation Offers Variety of Summer Camps for Kids"
The Greeley Recreation in Greeley, Colorado is offering various summer camp options for kids before they return to school. Next week, they are hosting Minecraft Engineering with LEGOS and Northern Colorado Rush Soccer camp. The week after, kids can join the Hockey (Cub 2+), climbing, and volleyball camps. In August, they have basketball and climbing camps available as well. More information can be found at https://greeleyrec.com/program/summer-camps/
Vending machine to buy ammunition to expand into Colorado by end of July
An automated retail machine selling ammunition, previously seen in states like Alabama, Texas and Oklahoma, will soon appear in Colorado. American Rounds, based in Texas, first started setting up these machines in 2023, with the first one located in Pell City, Ala., at a local grocery store. The first machine to operate in Colorado will be located in Buena Vista, at a Lagree's Food Store, expected to be open to...
Score Free Ice Cream This Weekend At Colorado Dairy Queens
It's been one of the hottest summers ever in Colorado, and Dairy Queen is helping you cool down with free ice cream to celebrate "National Ice Cream Day." How can you get free ice cream this weekend?. Free Ice cream at Colorado Dairy Queen Locations. While it's not been in...
New Mexico State Police Assist In Apprehension Of Murder Suspect Wanted In Colorado
SANTA FE – On July 20, 2024, law enforcement officers from the County of Boulder, Colo., requested the assistance of the New Mexico State Police (NMSP) in apprehending a murder suspect. Frank Perez, 30, who was involved in a fatal incident in Colorado, had an active warrant for murder...
Democrat representing parts of Boulder County drops reelection bid, citing integrity concerns
State Rep. Jennifer Parenti, a first-term Democrat from Erie, announced on Friday, July 19, that she is not running for reelection, citing the job’s conflicts with her values. “The way the legislature currently operates is not compatible with my values — not in terms of particular points of policy,...
US: Severe Storms Pummel Denver Metro Area With Heavy Rain
Much of the Denver metro area was hit by heavy rains as severe storms rolled through the region on Saturday, July 20. The heavy rainfall flooded roads, stranding cars on multiple locations in the metro. RESTRICTIONS AND USAGE TERMS: Please credit “@NaturisticNate via Spectee”. Video Location: Longmont, Colorado, US Video Recording Date/Time: July 20, 2024 at about 19:15h
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